Cross Bay Triathlon
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Cross Bay Triathlon/Duathlon - Rockaway Beach, Queens
The Cross Bay Triathlon/Duathlon takes place on May 17, 2026 at the Rockaway Beach Amphitheater near B95th Street in Queens, New York. The event uses open Atlantic water for the swim; conditions can include large waves, strong currents, and seasonally cool temperatures. Wetsuits are allowed and highly encouraged. Lifeguards and NYPD Water Patrol will be on duty for the swim.
Race courses use the concrete boardwalk and nearby beach ramps. The swim exit and transition are at the B95th Street beach ramp. Duathletes start with a run on the boardwalk and turn at B125th Street, where a water and aid station is located. The bike course runs on the boardwalk from B95th Street to B27th Street and back, completed as two loops for a total of 12 miles. The course surface is flat and smooth; wind is commonly a factor on the return from B27th Street. The final segment for both race types is a 3 mile run from the transition area with a turnaround near B125th Street and a finish at the transition.
Distances:
- Triathlon: Swim 400 meters, Bike 12 miles (two loops), Run 3 miles.
- Duathlon: Run 3 miles, Bike 12 miles (two loops), Run 3 miles.
Registration opened on 12/21/2025; most race entries close 01/31/2026. Listed fees include Duathlon $90, Triathlon $110, Aquabike $100, Team Relay Duathlon $110, Team Relay Triathlon $140. Volunteer roles are required to check in early and to sign out to earn race credit. The event is not USAT certified or sanctioned and a USAT racing license is not required to compete. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
